Facilities Director
Housekeeping & Maintenance
3-5 years
Relevant licensure or certification depending on community standards; Boilers Engineer license preferred by some employers
$33-$36/hr
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Overview
Job Description
The Facilities Director oversees all physical operations of a senior living community. This includes supervising maintenance and housekeeping staff, managing budgets, coordinating repairs and capital projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, and keeping building systems — HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and safety systems — operating reliably.
This is a leadership role that requires both technical knowledge and management skill. You set the standard for how the physical environment is maintained, which directly affects resident safety, comfort, and quality of life.
You work closely with the administrator, nursing leadership, and external contractors to keep the community functioning at a high level. For someone who has grown through the maintenance or housekeeping pathway, this is the senior destination role.
Education Requirements
Requirements vary by employer and community size. Some employers prefer a bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, or business administration. A Boilers Engineer license through the MN Department of Labor & Industry is preferred by many employers. Prior experience in maintenance or facilities leadership is typically required.
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A Day In This Role
A Facilities Director’s day might begin with a review of open work orders and a walkthrough of the building to assess anything flagged overnight. From there, you might meet with a contractor about an upcoming HVAC project, review budget reports with administration, conduct a staff performance check-in, and respond to a regulatory inquiry about fire safety compliance. No two days are the same — and the ability to shift between operational details and big-picture planning is what makes a great Facilities Director.
Advancement Opportunities: Where this role can take you
Cross-Pathway Note: Facilities Directors who develop strong operational and leadership skills are well-positioned for broader administrative roles in aging services. These opportunities span different care settings — assisted living, nursing homes, and multi-site organizations — and represent the highest levels of operational leadership in the field.